Lucknow artisan creating intricate Chikankari embroidery by hand on fabric using traditional stitching techniques.

Chikankari of Lucknow: The Complete Story of Its Origin, Craftsmanship and Global Rise

Ask someone about Lucknow, and chances are they’ll mention Chikan. But in this city, Chikan has two meanings. One is served on a plate through its famous culinary traditions, while the other is stitched into fabric through the timeless craft of Chikankari. Both are deeply woven into Lucknow’s identity and have carried the city’s name…

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